Registered Nurse - Emergency Care in Alamo Heights, TX
Job Description
Description
Join our dedicated team in a 27-bed Emergency Department designated as a Level 4 Trauma Center, where we provide comprehensive emergency, urgent, and non-urgent care for patients of all ages. Our department is equipped to handle a wide range of medical needs, from basic ambulatory care to complex trauma interventions and life support. We proudly serve as a Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) center and Primary Stroke Center, with exciting plans for expansion that will include additional treatment rooms as well as integrated CT, X-Ray, and Laboratory services.
At CHRISTUS Health, we uphold a strict Code of Ethics, ensuring our actions are anchored in mutual respect, compassion, and dignity for those we serve.
Summary:
As a competent Registered Nurse, you will practice independently while providing both routine and complex patient care. You will have the opportunity to develop long-range clinical goals and effectively manage the diverse and dynamic needs of our patients.
Responsibilities:
• Meet the expectations outlined in OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Deliver nursing care in accordance with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, engaging in assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation for assigned patients.
• Address complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families.
• Administer medications and treatments following the appropriate protocols, while monitoring for side effects and effectiveness.
• Document patient history, symptoms, medications, and care provided accurately.
• Assess learning needs and educate patients, families, and caregivers on relevant health issues and resources.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills:
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred.
Experience:
• At least 1 year of experience in a related nursing specialty preferred.
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:
• Current BLS certification required.
• RN License in the state of employment or compact.
Position Requirements:
Education/Skills:
• Newly hired experienced RNs must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days of hire.
• New hires will be precepted by a designated staff member, ensuring successful onboarding and competency validation.
• Participate in a residency program or specific orientation if a newly licensed RN.
• Complete all annual competency verification requirements.
Experience:
• One year of experience in a related nursing specialty preferred.
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:
• Current ACLS certification required.
• Current PALS certification required.
• Current TNCC certification required.
Credential Grace Periods:
All associates are required to obtain necessary certifications within the designated time frame.
• Experienced Associates: ACLS and PALS within 30 days; TNCC within 60 days.
• New Graduates & Experienced Associates New to the Specialty: ACLS and PALS within 90 days; TNCC within 18 months.
Work Schedule: 7PM - 7AM
Work Type: Part Time
Join our dedicated team in a 27-bed Emergency Department designated as a Level 4 Trauma Center, where we provide comprehensive emergency, urgent, and non-urgent care for patients of all ages. Our department is equipped to handle a wide range of medical needs, from basic ambulatory care to complex trauma interventions and life support. We proudly serve as a Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) center and Primary Stroke Center, with exciting plans for expansion that will include additional treatment rooms as well as integrated CT, X-Ray, and Laboratory services.
At CHRISTUS Health, we uphold a strict Code of Ethics, ensuring our actions are anchored in mutual respect, compassion, and dignity for those we serve.
Summary:
As a competent Registered Nurse, you will practice independently while providing both routine and complex patient care. You will have the opportunity to develop long-range clinical goals and effectively manage the diverse and dynamic needs of our patients.
Responsibilities:
• Meet the expectations outlined in OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Deliver nursing care in accordance with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, engaging in assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation for assigned patients.
• Address complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families.
• Administer medications and treatments following the appropriate protocols, while monitoring for side effects and effectiveness.
• Document patient history, symptoms, medications, and care provided accurately.
• Assess learning needs and educate patients, families, and caregivers on relevant health issues and resources.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills:
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred.
Experience:
• At least 1 year of experience in a related nursing specialty preferred.
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:
• Current BLS certification required.
• RN License in the state of employment or compact.
Position Requirements:
Education/Skills:
• Newly hired experienced RNs must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days of hire.
• New hires will be precepted by a designated staff member, ensuring successful onboarding and competency validation.
• Participate in a residency program or specific orientation if a newly licensed RN.
• Complete all annual competency verification requirements.
Experience:
• One year of experience in a related nursing specialty preferred.
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:
• Current ACLS certification required.
• Current PALS certification required.
• Current TNCC certification required.
Credential Grace Periods:
All associates are required to obtain necessary certifications within the designated time frame.
• Experienced Associates: ACLS and PALS within 30 days; TNCC within 60 days.
• New Graduates & Experienced Associates New to the Specialty: ACLS and PALS within 90 days; TNCC within 18 months.
Work Schedule: 7PM - 7AM
Work Type: Part Time
Job Details
Medical Speciality
Emergency medicine
Employment Type
Part-time
Required License
RN (Registered Nurse)
Years of Experience
Intermediate
Shifts
Night shift12 hour shift
Work Setting
ERLevel IV trauma center
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About CHRISTUS Health
Christus Health is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system dedicated to extending the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. With over 600 centers including hospitals, clinics, and urgent cares, Christus Health serves communities in Texas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Arkansas, Chile, Colombia, and Mexico. Supported by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word and the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, Christus Health's mission is to provide personalized care through a community of 50,000 Associates and 15,000 physicians. Continuously expanding into new communities each year, Christus Health is committed to bringing quality healthcare closer to more people, guided by the principles of compassion, service, and faith.